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Am I just a rookie or am I doing something wrong? Help with infusion sets!

I just started using the MM Paradigm and have the Quick Set infusion sets. I switched from Omnipod because of insurance reasons and LOVED t…

Started by caseylynn39

14 Apr 23
Reply by caseylynn39

Why are we not supposed to put an infusion site too close to our belly buttons?

I am totally confused as to why I keep reading to stay 2 to 4 inches away from the belly button when inserting an infusion set. I wasn't to…

Started by Suzanne

23 Mar 30
Reply by TeeBee

Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal

Hi everyone. I have searched a bit on this topic but haven't turned up much yet. I am new to having a pump and have been on it about three…

Started by Matt7571

34 Mar 18
Reply by LauraS

Sure-T infusion set and priming

Hi everyone! I wonder if anyone knows how much priming is required for the sure T tubing from the needle to the anchor connection (not sure…

Started by Jessica05

6 Sep 27, 2012
Reply by Jessica05

Infusion Set Changes

So today I put on my 3rd infusion set this morning. Started pumping Aug 8 and wore the first two for 3 days each. The first infusion set wa…

Started by awg0681

12 Aug 18, 2012
Reply by Richard P Cosgrove

Different Infusion Sets for Different Sites?

I've been using Mio infusion sets since getting my pump a little over a year ago and generally have really liked them. Few issues, they sti…

Started by MyBustedPancreas

3 Aug 2, 2012
Reply by MyBustedPancreas

Can you have a "sort of bad" infusion site?

Hope everyone is doing well. I'm still fairly new at pumping and I was wondering if you can get an infusion site that is "sort of bad"? I…

Started by Suzanne

11 Jun 19, 2012
Reply by breaddrink

I've got a bad side: pump attached on my right = bad, but on my left = good

Please say it's not only me. I attach my pump on my belly and switch sides for balance. I've noticed that I'm more likely to lose my infusi…

Started by Regina

2 Jun 17, 2012
Reply by Regina

Thigh Pump Sites

Im recent years I have only used my stomache for my pump sites. I recently started using my arms and I know I can put them in my legs, but…

Started by Lindsey Beth

3 Jun 12, 2012
Reply by MyBustedPancreas

Animas and Anthem/Blue Cross issue

Not sure if this is right place for this, but anyone else have problems with re-ordering supplies lately? My health coverage and insurance…

Started by bobnominous

11 Jan 29, 2012
Reply by Chris

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